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REGULAR MEETING MAY 29, 1973
Be it remembered that the Common Council of the City of South Bend met in the Council Chambers of
the County -City Building on Tuesday, May 29, 1973, at 7:06 p.m., Council President Peter J. Nemeth
presiding. The meeting was called to order and the Pledge to the Flag was given.
ROLL CALL PRESENT: Councilmen Serge, Szymkowiak, Miller,
Parent, Taylor, Horvath, Newburn and
Nemeth.
ABSENT: Councilman Kopczynski.
Councilman Taylor made a motion to resolve into the Committee of the Whole, seconded by Councilman
Horvath. The motion carried.
COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE MEETING
Be it remembered that the Common Council of the City of South Bend met in the Committee of the
Whole on Tuesday, May 29, 1973, at 7:07 p.m., with eight members present and one member absent.
Chairman Odell Newburn presided.
ORDINANCE AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING THE EXECUTION OF A
LEASE, TRUST INDENTURE, ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT
REVENUE BONDS AND MORTGAGE AND THE FORMS AND
TERMS OF THE LEASE AND TRUST INDENTURE AND BONDS
AND MORTGAGE AND THE ISSUANCE OF ECONOMIC
DEVELOPMENT REVENUE BONDS PERTAINING TO CURTIS
L. CROFOOT.
This being the time heretofore set for public hearing on the above ordinance, proponents and
opponents were given an opportunity to be heard. Mr. Kenneth Fedder, Attorney for the Economic
Development Commission, made the presentation for the ordinance. He explained that the request fo
issuance of the bonds was for the purpose of acquisition and renovation of property located at 902
1020 West Sample Street and that the major portion of the renovation would be the tearing down of
some of the dilapidated buildings in the immediate vicinity. He compared this to the renovation o
the buildings in the downtown area. He concluded by indicating that the total project cost would
be approximately $300,000, with the number of jobs to be created at approximately 12 and additiona
tax base to be realized.
Councilman Szymkowiak made a motion that the ordinance go to the Council as favorable, seconded by
Councilman Taylor. The motion carried.
REGULAR MEETING MAY 29, 1973
COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE MEETING (CONTINUED)
ORDINANCE AN ORDINANCE PROVIDING FOR THE RECEIVING AND
CONVEYING OF A GIFT OF REAL PROPERTY TO THE
CIVIL CITY OF SOUTH BEND, INDIANA (MORRIS L.
MORRISON).
This being the time heretofore set for public hearing on the above ordinance, proponents and
opponents were given the opportunity to be heard. Mr. James Seitz, Director of the Department of
Public Parks, explained that this property was a street island-at the intersection of Twyckenham
and Ridgedale which the city has been maintaining for a number of years. Miss Virginia Guthrie,
Executive Secretary of the Civic Planning Association, asked about any back taxes on the property.
Councilman Horvath asked if this.-island was the one located by the fire station, and Mr. Seitz
indicated that the island in question was south down Twyckenham. Councilman Horvath asked about
the possibility of future widening, and Mr. Seitz indicated that, if the city owned the island,
there would be no problem. Council President Nemeth indicated that the ordinance stated that the
property was being conveyed to the City of South Bend subject to all unpaid taxes and assessments.
He felt this should be checked into and more information obtained before action by the Council was
taken. Mr. William J. Richardson, Director of the Department of Public Works, explained that,
normally, when property is transferred to the city, the person selling the property is required to
satisfy all unpaid taxes and liens. He felt this would be a similar case. Council President
Nemeth felt the Council had two alternatives, they being to either continue the ordinance until
the information requested was obtained or eliminate the clause pertaining to the unpaid taxes and
assessments. Councilman Horvath asked about the size of the island, and Mr. Seitz indicated that
he would guess it to be approximately 150 square feet. Councilman Taylor asked about the status
of ownership of the property on Leer Street and Fairview Avenue, and Mr. Seitz indicated that that
was city -owned property.
Councilman Parent made a motion to delete the clause pertaining to the unpaid taxes and assessment
and restrictions of record. The motion lost
then made a motion that the Committee of the
care of the matter in the Council portion of
motion carried.
due to lack of a second. Council President Nemeth
Whole make no recommendation at this time and take
the meeting, seconded by Councilman Taylor. The
ORDINANCE AN ORDINANCE FOR THE TRANSFER OF FUNDS WITHIN
THE FIRE DEPARTMENT BUDGET IN THE AMOUNT OF
$5,880.00 FROM ACCOUNT Q -11, "SERVICES PERSONAL ",
TO ACCOUNT Q -262, "MEDICAL ", IN THE AMOUNT OF
$2,500.00 AND TO ACCOUNT Q -726, "OTHER EQUIPMENT"
IN THE AMOUNT OF $3,380.00, ALL ACCOUNTS BEING
WITHIN THE GENERAL FUND.
This being the time heretofore set for public hearing on the above ordinance, proponents and
opponents were given an opportunity to be heard. Miss Virginia Guthrie, Executive Secretary of
the Civic Planning Association, asked about the equipment involved, and Mr. Joseph Nagy, Assistant
Fire Chief, explained that the transfer was being requested in order to purchase two cardiopulmona
resuscitators to update the present equipment. He indicated that the units would be used on the
department's two ambulances. Miss Guthrie asked how much of a delay there would be in receiving
the units, and Mr. Nagy indicated that it would be approximately three weeks.
Councilman Szymkowiak made a motion that the ordinance go to the Council as favorable, seconded by
I
Councilman Taylor. The motion carried.
ORDINANCE AN ORDINANCE TO APPROPRIATE $64,800.00 FROM THE
LOCAL ROAD AND STREET FUND AND $7,200.00 FROM
THE CUMULATIVE CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT FUND FOR
PROJECT R & S 53 (REVISED) - SAMPLE STREET FROM
OLIVE STREET TO CHAPIN STREET.
This being the time heretofore set for public hearing on the above ordinance, proponents and
opponents were given an opportunity to be heard. Mr. William J. Richardson, Director of the
Department of Public Works, made the presentation for the ordinance. He explained that the total
amount of the request was for the engineering of plans and specifications for the four - laning of
Sample Street. He indicated that it was anticipated that construction would be commenced in 1975.
Miss Virginia Guthrie, Executive Secretary of the Civic Planning Association, asked if there were
buildings west of Chapin Street that would interfere with the road construction. Mr. Richardson
indicated that there were and, because of that, it was hoped that the study could be accomplished
to determine what would be involved in the actual construction. Council President Nemeth made a
motion to amend the ordinance by inserting the words "engineering of the" in the fourth line of
Section I immediately following the word "the ", seconded by Councilman Parent. The motion
carried. Councilman Miller asked about what percentage of the total construction cost was the
engineering portion, and Mr. Richardson indicated that the total was $72,000, with preliminary
estimates in the range of $1,000,000 which would be approximately 7.20. Councilman Miller asked
if this was a flat curve, and Mr. Richardson indicated that the percentage becomes less with the
cost of the project. He indicated that there are contingency items included which are not costs
paid to the consulting engineer. Councilman Miller indicated that, in the Civic Center project,
provisions were made to eliminate a higher cost. Mr. Richardson indicated that, as far as a
maximum cost, the curve would be utilized. He also mentioned that there are paragraphs in the
contract that require the engineer to proceed with certain aspects of the job. Councilman Miller
asked if this money would revert back if all of it was not used, and Mr. Richardson indicated that
it would. He mentioned that he tried to keep the projects down to as small amount as possible so
that the funds could be stretched farther. Councilman Miller asked if this ordinance would replac
the previous ordinance, and Mr. Richardson indicated that it would. He also indicated that, out
of the $7,000, the work that has already been done would be credited to the overall project.
Councilman Miller asked if Murphy was the engineer chosen, and Mr. Richardson indicated that he
was selected by the Board of Public Works. Councilman Miller indicated that the city was involved
with other million dollar projects and he expressed concern about the city pushing its limit in
the road funds for these projects. Mr. Richardson indicated that his working balance, after
$800,000 for the Ironwood project, would be approximately $400,000 with another $500,000 coming in
yet this year. He indicated that land acquisition takes a great deal of time and the project may
not actually be started until 1975 or 1976 depending on the number of problems encountered.
REGULAR MEETING MAY 29 1973
((COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE MEETING (CONTINUED)
Councilman Miller felt the city might be damaging itself for other projects. Mr. Richardson
indicated that he had not even mentioned the revenue sharing funds; however, he was anticipating
funds from the Federal Assistance Grant Fund. Councilman Miller indicated that the Council had
approved projects totaling over $300,000 recently and all the contracts had been awarded to Murphy
Consultants. He questioned why some of the contracts had not been awarded to some of the local
and smaller firms. Mr. Richardson indicated that the smaller firms were getting their share of
business and that all the companies do balance out. Councilman Parent indicated that he felt Mr.
Richardson did not want to pass judgment on the professional firms, and Mr. Richardson indicated
that the firms selected were awarded the contracts on the basis of qualification.
(Councilman Szymkowiak made a motion that the ordinance go to the Council as favorable, seconded by
Councilman Parent. The motion carried.
((ORDINANCE
AN ORDINANCE APPROPRIATING THE SUM OF $330,000.00
FROM THE CUMULATIVE SEWER BUILDING AND SINKING
FUND (NORTHEAST AREA STORM SEWERS - McKINLEY
TERRACE AREA) .
This being the time heretofore set for public hearing on the above ordinance, proponents and
opponents were given an opportunity to be heard. Mr. William J. Richardson, Director of the
Department of Public Works, made the presentation for the ordinance. He requested that the appro-
priation of $460,000 be reduced to $330,000 because of the low bids being received. Councilman
Parent asked for an explanation of the lowness of the bids received, and Mr. Richardson indicated
that construction work is slow at the present time and contractors need the jobs. He indicated
that the city had received four bids.
Councilman
used, and
carried.
favorable,
IIORDINANCE
Parent made a motion to amend the ordinance by deleting the sum of $460,000, wherever
inserting in its place the sum of $330,000, seconded by Councilman Taylor. The motion
Councilman Serge then made a motion that the ordinance, as amended, go to the Council as
seconded by Councilman Parent. The motion carried.
AN ORDINANCE TO APPROPRIATE $108,000.00 FROM
THE LOCAL ROAD AND STREET FUND AND $12,000.00
FROM THE CUMULATIVE CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT FUND
FOR PROJECT R & S 63 - WIDENING OF BENDIX DRIVE
FROM SOUTH SHORE TRACK TO LATHROP AVENUE, AND
INSTALLATION OF CURBS AND GUTTERS.
This being the time heretofore set for public hearing on the above ordinance, proponents and
opponents were given an opportunity to be heard. Mr. William J. Richardson, Director of the
Department of Public Works, made the presentation for the ordinance. He explained that, in 1962,
Bendix Drive had been built under a general obligation bond, with the pavement being built with
two 12 -foot lanes. He indicated that the transportation plan calls for a 48 -foot wide pavement
with curb and gutter. He indicated that this would be the main feeder into the industrial park.
Miss Virginia Guthrie, Executive Secretary of the Civic Planning Association, asked if the sum of
$108,000 would do the entire job of construction, and Mr. Richardson indicated that it would. He
also added that the project was designed by the Division of Engineering and not a consulting
engineer. Councilman Serge indicated that he had given Mr. Richardson a proposed plan for the
project, and he wondered if consideration had been given that plan. Mr. Richardson indicated that
consideration had been given to that plan and that, possibly in the future, a fourth lane could be
added if traffic increases on Lathrop Avenue. He indicated that the underground conduit would be
installed in case a fourth lane was determined to be necessary.
Councilman Szymkowiak made a motion that the ordinance go to the Council as favorable, seconded by
Councilman Parent. The motion carried.
((ORDINANCE
AN ORDINANCE TO APPROPRIATE $54,000.00 FROM
THE LOCAL ROAD AND STREET FUND AND $6,000.00
FROM THE CUMULATIVE CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT FUND
FOR PROJECT R & S 60 - ORANGE STREET - COLFAX
AVENUE CONNECTOR FROM BENDIX DRIVE TO LaPORTE
AVENUE.
This being the time heretofore set for public hearing on the above ordinance, proponents and
opponents were given an opportunity to be heard. Mr. William J. Richardson, Director of the
Department of Public Works, made the presentation for the ordinance. He explained that in the
Model Cities Plan and the South Bend Urban Area Comprehensive Transportation Plan a new arterial
is shown to intersect with Bendix Drive. He indicated that this was basically the same route that
the South Shore tracks take. He indicated that the tracks from the O'Brien Plant east would be
removed from the street; however, the tracks would have to remain to service the plant. He
mentioned that Colfax Avenue would be improved at least to LaPorte Avenue and possibly to the
Inner Belt to help relieve traffic. Miss Virginia Guthrie, Executive Secretary of the Civic
Planning Association, asked if the construction would require any right -of -way acquisition. Mr.
Richardson indicated that the acquisition was being investigated and that the ordinance presented
was for the engineering plans and specifications and not actual construction as yet. He did
mention that the South Shore Railroad would dedicate its property for right -of -way. Miss Guthrie
asked if Washington Street would be closed under the Model Cities Plan, and Mr. Richardson answered
that it would be. Council President Nemeth mentioned priorities, and asked how high this project
was on the priority list. He also expressed concern about the city over - extending itself on the
projects. Mr. Richardson indicated that he has always tried to have what he called as a "back log
of projects ". He explained that, when the engineering and planning is done and when the money is
available, the project is started. He indicated that many times, there are problems encountered in
obtaining right -of -way acquisition which always results in a delay. Council President Nemeth asked
why Colfax Avenue was chosen as the connector rather than LaSalle. Mr. Richardson indicated that
Colfax Avenue had originally been shown as the logical route. He indicated that the project had
been fully coordinated with the overall improvement in the downtown area. Council President Nemeth
asked about the traffic generated from the Bendix Plant. Mr. Richardson indicated that a number of
Bendix employees use Olive Street and the idea of the Inner Belt was to route traffic around the
central business district. Council President Nemeth questioned if someone working at Bendix would
COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE MEETING (CONTINUED)
go through town and he also questioned the plans for Madison and LaSalle. Mr. Richardson
indicated that the transportation plan would have to be realized or dropped. He indicated that
alternate routes are always chosen; however, the study recommended a series of certain routes to
coordinate with each other. He mentioned that there is a large amount of traffic using alternate
routes that could be using the Inner Belt. Councilman Szymkowiak indicated that he felt using
Colfax Avenue was a wise move because it would take traffic off Fassnacht Avenue which was a
heavily traveled street. Councilman Miller indicated that he wanted to compliment Mr. Richardson
on his proposed projects because the program he had submitted to the Council last October had been
followed very closely. He indicated that he was not against the concept of the project at hand
but that he was concerned about the city over- extending itself. He asked who the engineering
consultant was to be, and Mr. Richardson indicated that Cole and Associates had been selected.
Councilman Taylor asked about the right -of -way acquisition status, and Mr. Richardson answered
that the right -of -way maps would be studied, including the property descriptions, in order to
come back to the Council for the construction funds which would include the right -of -way costs.
Councilman Szymkowiak made a motion that the ordinance go to the Council as favorable, seconded by
Councilman Parent. The motion carried.
ORDINANCE AN ORDINANCE TO APPROPRIATE $18,000.00 FROM
THE LOCAL ROAD AND STREET FUND AND $2,000.00
FROM THE CUMULATIVE CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT FUND
FOR PROJECT R & S 61 - MICHIGAN STREET - MAIN
STREET CONNECTOR.
This being the time heretofore set for public hearing on the above ordinance, proponents and
opponents were given an opportunity to be heard. Mrs. Janet Allen, 125 West Marion Street, asked
where the construction would be and where the project would go. She indicated that it was not
stated in the ordinance. Mr. William J. Richardson, Director of the Department of Public Works,
stated that Mrs. Allen had a just concern. He indicated that the entire $20,000 was more than
just plans and specifications and would not be very expensive. He mentioned that the big expense
would be for right -of -way. He mentioned that a study must be available for the area from Madison
Street north of Park Lane to determine the feasibility of the connector in that area. He indicate,
that the alternate routes would also be investigated. Mrs. Allen questioned the area north of
Park Lane. Mr. Richardson indicated that he had used that only as a limit of the study and that
area might not even necessarily be recommended. He indicated that he was not in the position to
tell anyone exactly where the project would go. He indicated that he was only asking for the
funds to see where the most feasible location for the project would be. Mrs. Allen indicated that
most of the ordinances being considered by the Council at the meeting were simply for engineering
studies. Mr. Richardson indicated that, by Indiana law, anything over $4,000 requires plans and
specifications. He indicated that the only item that has a study attached was the ordinance in
question. He briefly explained the procedure used in approving the appropriations. Miss Virginia
Guthrie, Executive Secretary of the Civic Planning Association, indicated that these funds did not
include the actual construction, and she asked where these funds would come from. Mr. Richardson
indicated that the funds would be derived from the R & S Fund. Mr. Roger Gay, 1120 East Ewing
Avenue, asked if Mr. Richardson expected this project to affect the intersection at Main and
Marion. He asked when this information would be available. Mr. Richardson indicated that there
would be a public hearing held when the route was selected and he guessed that would be sometime
around September or October. He assured Mr. Gay that notices would be sent to the affected proper
owners.
Councilman Parent made a motion that the ordinance go to the Council as favorable, seconded by
Councilman Horvath. The motion carried.
ORDINANCE AN ORDINANCE TO APPROPRIATE $153,000.00 FROM
THE LOCAL ROAD AND STREET FUND AND $17,000.00
FROM THE CUMULATIVE CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT FUND
FOR PROJECT R & S 62 - COMPLETE RECONSTRUCTION
OF MIAMI STREET AND IRELAND ROAD INTERSECTION.
This being the time heretofore set for public hearing on the above ordinance, proponents and
opponents were given an opportunity to be heard. Miss Virginia Guthrie, Executive Secretary of
the Civic Planning Association, asked if this appropriation was for the engineering or actual
construction, and Mr. Richardson indicated that it was for the actual construction. Council
President Nemeth asked when the actual construction would be commenced, and Mr. Richardson indi-
cated that the Board of Public Works would be taking bids on June 11. He also mentioned that the
plans call for full operation of the intersection during the construction period. Council
President Nemeth asked if this project would be completed before the opening of the new Scottsdale
Mall, and Mr. Richardson indicated that the plans called for completion before the mall opened,
and he hoped this could be accomplished. Councilman Taylor asked if the traffic lights would be
overhanging. Mr. Richardson indicated that they would hang from the catenary and would be
referred to as "clothesline ". He indicated that the intersection would be six lanes with a con-
trolled left turn and right turn lane, identical to the improvement to be made at Ironwood and
Ireland. He also mentioned that there is right -of -way available for the construction except for
a small portion of the Erskine Golf Course and Standard Oil.
Councilman Taylor made a motion that the ordinance go to the Council as favorable, seconded by
Councilman Serge. The motion carried.
Chairman Newburn expressed his appreciation to Mr. Richardson for the work he had done for the
city, and he indicated that Mr. Richardson had always given the Council much help in matters and
also submitted very clear and complete reports to the Council concerning the various public works
projects undertaken. The audience and other Council members acknowledged Councilman Newburn's
statement with a standing ovation for Mr. Richardson.
There being no further business to come before the Committee of the Whole, Councilman Taylor made
a motion to rise and report to the Council, seconded by Councilman Horvath. The motion carried,.
ATTEST: ATTES // /'
CITY CLERK CHAIRMAN
REGULAR_ MEETING MAY 29, 1973
IIREGULAR MEETING - RECONVENED
Be it remembered that the regular meeting of the Common Council of the City of South Bend, Indiana,
reconvened in the Council Chambers at 8:03 p.m., Council President Peter J. Nemeth presiding and
eight members present and one member absent.
Council President Nemeth also expressed his appreciation to Mr. Richardson for the fine work he h
done and the help and assistance he has given the Council. Mr. James Roemer, City Attorney, also
indicated that he wanted to say a few words concerning Mr. Richardson's resignation. He also
expressed appreciation on behalf of everyone who has worked with Mr. Richardson, and he indicated
that everyone was very reluctant to let him go. He mentioned that Mr. Richardson always handled
himself very well and did a very thorough job in his work. He indicated that it would be hard on
those persons left to handle the projects that he started. He thanked Mr. Richardson for his
seven years and many hours of service to the city and for the "guff" he has taken in the past on
many projects.
IIREPORT FROM THE COMMITTEE ON MINUTES
Your committee on the inspection and supervision of the minutes would respectfully report that
they have inspected the minutes of the May 14, 1973, regular meeting of the Council and found them
correct. They, therefore, recommend that the same be approved.
s/ Peter J. Nemeth
(Councilman Taylor made a motion that the report be accepted as read and placed on file and the
minutes be approved, seconded by Councilman Horvath. The motion carried.
IIREPORT FROM COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE
Councilman Taylor made a motion to waive the reading of the report of the Committee of the Whole,
seconded by Councilman Parent. The motion carried by a roll call vote of eight ayes (Councilmen
Serge, Szymkowiak, Miller, Parent, Taylor, Horvath, Newburn and Nemeth) with Councilman Kopczynski
absent.
IIREPORT FROM AREA PLAN COMMISSION (3027 McKINLEY AVENUE REZONING)
The Honorable Common Council
City of South Bend
County -City Building
South Bend, Indiana
In Re: A proposed ordinance
from "A" Residential
Avenue, City of South
Gentlemen:
and site development plan of Larry L. Nifong to zone
to "B" Residential, property located at 3027 McKinley
Bend
The attached rezoning petition of Larry L. Nifong was legally advertised
May 5, 1973, and May 12, 1973. The Area Plan Commission gave it a public hearing
May 15, 1973, at which time the following action was taken:
"A motion by Ted Sharp to recommend this petition favorably to
the City Council was seconded by Russell Rothermel and carried
with Roger Parent abstaining. The petition of Larry L. Nifong
to zone from "A" Residential to "B" Residential, property located
at 3027 McKinley Avenue, is favorably recommended to the Common
Council of the City of South Bend by the Area Plan Commission.
The deliberations of the Area Plan Commission and points considered in arriving
at the above decision are shown in excerpts of the minutes and will be forwarded to you
at a later date to be made a part of this report.
RSJ /ch
attach.
cc: Jack C. Dunfee, Jr.
Very truly yours,
s/ Richard S. Johnson
Acting Director`
Councilman Parent made a motion that the ordinance referred to in the report be set for public
hearing and second reading on June 11, 1973, at 7:00 p.m., seconded by Councilman Taylor. The
motion carried.
IIREPORT FROM DIRECTOR OF PUBLIC SAFETY
Council President Nemeth announced that he had received a letter from Mr. Gallagher stating that he
had another commitment and might not possibly be able to give his quarterly report to the Council.
Councilman Newburn made a motion to waive the report of the Director of Public Safety, seconded by
Councilman Taylor. The motion carried.
PETITION FOR ANNEXATION (NORTHWEST CORNER OF IRELAND ROAD- IRONWOOD DRIVE INTERSECTION)
TO: The Honorable Common Council
of the City of South Bend, Indiana
Nohl and Betty Lueneburg, 53282 Crestview Drive, South Bend, Indiana, respectfully
show that they are the owners of the following described real estate located in St.
Joseph County, State of Indiana, which said real estate is adjacent and contiguous to
the City of South Bend, Indiana, to -wit:
A part of the northeast quarter of section number thirty (30), in township
number thirty -seven (37) north, range three (3) east, described as follows,
viz:
REGULAR MEETING - RECONVENED (CONTINUED)
Beginning at a point 40 feet north and 225 feet west of the southeast
corner of the northeast one - fourth of section thirty (30), township
thirty -seven (37) north, range three (3) east; thence northerly along
a line parallel to the center line of Ironwood Road a distance of 205
feet; thence easterly along a line parallel to the center line of
Ireland Road a distance of 175 feet; thence northerly along a line
parallel to the center of Ironwood Road a distance of 175.42 feet;
thence westerly a distance of 450 feet; thence northerly a distance
of 420.42 feet; thence westerly a distance of 511.20 feet; thence
southerly a distance of 420.42 feet; thence easterly a distance of
310.83 feet; thence southerly a distance of 380.42 feet; thence
easterly along a line parallel to the center line of Ireland Road a
distance of 475.37 feet to the point of beginning.
Nohl and Betty Lueneburg further show that they own one hundred (100 %) percent of
the above - described land and request that the Common Council of the City of South Bend
adopt a special ordinance within sixty (60) days from the date that this Petition is
filed, for the purpose of annexing said described land to the City of South Bend,
Indiana.
Attest:
s/ Charles A. Sweeney, Jr.
s/ Nohl Lueneburg
S/ Betty Lueneburg
This instrument prepared by Charles A. Sweeney, Jr., 1221 St. Joseph Bank Building,
South Bend, Indiana, telephone - (219) 232 -1441, Attorney for Petitioners.
Council President Nemeth indicated that this item would be passed over and action could be taken
on the ordinance pertaining to the annexation.
PETITION TO AMEND ZONING ORDINANCE (NORTHWEST CORNER OF IRELAND ROAD - IRONWOOD DRIVE INTERSECTION)
We, the undersigned, do hereby respectfully make application and petition the
Common Council of the City of South Bend to amend the Zoning Ordinance of said city
as hereinafter requested, and in support of this application, the following facts are
shown:
1. The property sought to be rezoned is located at the northwest corner of
Ireland Road - Ironwood Drive intersection, in St. Joseph County, Indiana.
2. The property is owned by Nohl and Betty Lueneburg, 53282 Crestview Drive,
South Bend, Indiana.
3. A legal description of the property is as follows:
A part of the northeast quarter of section number thirty (30), in
township number thirty -seven (37) north, range three (3) east, des-
cribed as follows, viz:
Beginning at a point 40 feet north and 225 feet west of the southeast
corner of the northeast one - fourth of section thirty (30), township
thirty -seven (37) north, range three (3) east; thence northerly along
a line parallel to the center line of Ironwood Road a distance of 205
feet; thence easterly along a line parallel to the center line of
Ireland Road a distance of 175 feet; thence northerly along a line
parallel to the center of Ironwood Road a distance of 175.42 feet;
thence westerly a distance of 450 feet; thence northerly a distance
of 420.42 feet; thence westerly a distance of 511.20 feet; thence
southerly a distance of 420.42 feet; thence easterly a distance of
310.83 feet; thence southerly a distance of 380.42 feet; thence
easterly along a line parallel to the center line of Ireland Road a
distance of 475.37 feet to the point of beginning.
4. It is desired and requested that the foregoing property be rezoned from
presently county land to "C" Commercial Use.
5. It is proposed that the property will be put to the following use and the
following building(s) will be constructed:
The intended proposed use of the property is for a convenience
shopping area with an area for business offices.
6. Number of off street parking spaces to be provided: Ample.
7. Attached is a copy of (a) an existing plot plan showing my property and other
surrounding properties; (b) names and addresses of all the individuals, firms or cor-
porations owning property within 300 feet of the property sought to be rezoned; (c)
site development plan.
s/ Nohl Lueneburg
s/ Betty Lueneburg
Petition prepared by Charles A. Sweeney, Jr., 1221 St. Joseph Bank Building, South Bend,
Indiana 46601 - Telephone: (219) 232 -1441.
Council President Nemeth indicated that this item would be passed over and action could be taken
on the ordinance pertaining to the rezoning.
REGULAR MEETING MAY 29 197
IIREGULAR MEETING - RECONVENED (CONTINUED)
IIORDINANCES, SECOND READING
ORDINANCE NO. 5525 -73 AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING THE EXECUTION OF A
LEASE, TRUST INDENTURE, ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT
REVENUE BONDS AND MORTGAGE AND FORMS AND TERMS
OF THE LEASE AND TRUST INDENTURE AND BONDS AND
MORTGAGE AND THE ISSUANCE OF ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT
REVENUE BONDS PERTAINING TO CURTIS L. CROFOOT.
This ordinance had second reading. Councilman Parent made a motion that
seconded by Councilman Taylor. The ordinance passed by a roll call vote
Serge, Szymkowiak, Miller, Parent, Taylor, Horvath, Newburn and Nemeth)
absent.
ORDINANCE AN ORDINANCE PROVIDING FOR THE RECEIVING AND
CONVEYING OF A GIFT OF REAL PROPERTY TO THE
CIVIL CITY OF SOUTH BEND, INDIANA (MORRIS L.
MORRISON).
the ordinance pass,
of eight ayes (Councilmen
with Councilman Kopczynski
This ordinance had second reading. Councilman Newburn made a motion that the ordinance be con-
tinued to the June 11th, 1973, meeting of the Council at 7:00 p.m., seconded by Councilman Taylor.
The motion carried. Council President Nemeth requested that Mr. James Seitz obtain the necessary
information regarding unpaid taxes and assessments on the property in question, and Mr. Seitz
indicated that he would.
ORDINANCE NO. 5526 -73 AN ORDINANCE FOR THE TRANSFER OF FUNDS WITHIN
THE FIRE DEPARTMENT BUDGET IN THE AMOUNT OF
$5,880.00 FROM ACCOUNT Q -11, "SERVICES PERSONAL ",
TO ACCOUNT Q -262, "MEDICAL ", IN THE AMOUNT OF
$2,500.00 AND TO ACCOUNT Q -726, "OTHER EQUIP-
MENT", IN THE AMOUNT OF $3,380.00, ALL ACCOUNTS
BEING WITHIN THE GENERAL FUND.
This ordinance had second reading. Councilman Newburn made a motion that the ordinance pass,
seconded by Councilman Serge. The ordinance passed by a roll call vote of eight ayes (Councilmen
Serge, Szymkowiak, Miller, Parent, Taylor, Horvath, Newburn and Nemeth) with Councilman Kopczynski
absent.
ORDINANCE NO. 5527 -73 AN ORDINANCE TO APPROPRIATE $64,800.00 FROM
THE LOCAL ROAD AND STREET FUND AND $7,200.00
FROM THE CUMULATIVE CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT FUND
FOR PROJECT R & S 53 (REVISED) - SAMPLE STREET
FROM OLIVE STREET TO CHAPIN STREET.
This ordinance had second reading. Councilman Miller made a motion to amend the ordinance in the
fourth line of Section I by deleting the word "the" and inserting the words "engineering plans and
specifications for" immediately preceding the word "reconstruction ", seconded by Councilman Taylor.
The motion carried. Councilman Taylor then made a motion that the ordinance pass, as amended,
seconded by Councilman Horvath. The ordinance passed by a roll call vote of eight ayes (Councilmen
Serge, Szymkowiak, Miller, Parent, Taylor, Horvath, Newburn and Nemeth) with Councilman Kopczynski
absent.
ORDINANCE NO. 5528 -73 AN ORDINANCE APPROPRIATING THE SUM OF $330,000.00
FROM THE CUMULATIVE SEWER BUILDING AND SINKING
FUND (NORTHEAST AREA STORM SEWERS - McKINLEY
TERRACE AREA) .
This ordinance had second reading. Councilman Newburn made a motion to amend the ordinance by
deleting the sum of $460,000, wherever used, and inserting in its place the sum of $330,000,
seconded by Councilman Parent. The motion carried. Councilman Szymkowiak then made a motion that
the ordinance pass, as amended, seconded by Councilman Parent. The ordinance passed by a roll call
vote of eight ayes (Councilmen Serge, Szymkowiak, Miller, Parent, Taylor, Horvath, Newburn and
Nemeth) with Councilman Kopczynski absent.
ORDINANCE NO. 5529 -73 AN ORDINANCE TO APPROPRIATE $108,000.00 FROM
THE LOCAL ROAD AND STREET FUND AND $12,000.00
FROM THE CUMULATIVE CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT FUND
FOR PROJECT R & S 63 - WIDENING OF BENDIX DRIVE
FROM SOUTH SHORE TRACK TO LATHROP AVENUE, AND
INSTALLATION OF CURBS AND GUTTERS.
This ordinance had second reading. Councilman Szymkowiak made a motion that
seconded by Councilman Taylor. The ordinance passed by a roll call vote of
Serge, Szymkowiak, Miller, Parent, Taylor, Horvath, Newburn and Nemeth) with
absent.
ORDINANCE NO. 5530 -73 AN ORDINANCE TO APPROPRIATE $54,000.00 FROM
THE LOCAL ROAD AND STREET FUND AND $6,000.00
FROM THE CUMULATIVE CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT FUND
FOR PROJECT R & S 60 - ORANGE STREET - COLFAX
AVENUE CONNECTOR FROM BENDIX DRIVE TO LaPORTE
AVENUE.
the ordinance pass,
eight ayes (Councilmen
Councilman Kopczynski
This ordinance had second reading. Councilman Newburn made a motion that the ordinance pass,
seconded by Councilman Horvath. The ordinance passed by a roll call vote of eight ayes ( Councilme
Serge, Szymkowiak, Miller, Parent, Taylor, Horvath, Newburn and Nemeth) with Councilman Kopczynski
absent.
REGULAR MEETING MAY 29 1973
REGULAR MEETING - RECONVENED (CONTINUED)
ORDINANCE NO. 5531 -73
AN ORDINANCE TO APPROPRIATE $18,000.00 FROM
THE LOCAL ROAD AND STREET FUND AND $2,000.00
FROM THE CUMULATIVE CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT FUND
FOR PROJECT R & S 61 - MICHIGAN STREET - MAIN
STREET CONNECTOR.
This ordinance had second reading. Councilman Horvath made a motion that the ordinance pass,
seconded by Councilman Serge. The ordinance passed by a roll call vote of eight ayes (Councilmen
Serge, Szymkowiak, Miller, Parent, Taylor, Horvath, Newburn and Nemeth) with Councilman Kopczynski
absent.
ORDINANCE NO. 5532 -73 AN ORDINANCE TO APPROPRIATE $153,000.00 FROM
THE LOCAL ROAD AND STREET FUND AND $17,000.00
FROM THE CUMULATIVE CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT FUND
FOR PROJECT R & S 62 - COMPLETE RECONSTRUCTION
OF MIAMI STREET AND IRELAND ROAD INTERSECTION.
This ordinance had second reading. Councilman Horvath made a motion that the ordinance pass,
seconded by Councilman Taylor. The ordinance passed by a roll call vote of eight ayes (Councilmen
Serge, Szymkowiak, Miller, Parent, Taylor, Horvath, Newburn and Nemeth) with Councilman Kopczynsk:
absent.
RESOLUTIONS
RESOLUTION NO. 372 -73
A RESOLUTION OF THE COMMON COUNCIL OF THE CITY
OF SOUTH BEND, ST. JOSEPH COUNTY, INDIANA, IN
THE MATTER OF HILL WHITE TRUCK SALES, INC., OF
SOUTH BEND, INDIANA.
WHEREAS, Hill White Truck Sales, Inc., of South Bend, has submitted its intention
to the Economic Development Commission of South Bend, for the purchase, and addition to
a facility located at 1011 West Sample Street, within the City of South Bend, Indiana.
WHEREAS, the Economic Development Commission, pursuant to the statute, has found
by written resolution that there exists insufficient employment opportunities and that
the economic welfare of the City of South Bend, Indiana, would be benefited and the
purpose of the statute would be accomplished by the acquisition and leasing of the above
described property to Hill White Truck Sales, Inc., of South Bend, Indiana, and
WHEREAS, Hill White Truck Sales, Inc., of South Bend, has submitted a statement of
public service to the above Economic Development Commission of the City of South Bend
and said Commission has forwarded this statement of public service with their approval
and comments to the South Bend School Corporation, a copy of which is attached, and
WHEREAS, the affirmative response and analysis of the South Bend School Corporation
has been received as presented to the Clerk of the City of South Bend and attached, and
WHEREAS, the statement of public service by Hill White Truck Sales, Inc., of South
Bend, and the Economic Development Commission of the City of South Bend have been sub-
mitted for approval and comments to the Area Plan Commission of St. Joseph County and
the affirmative action and comments of the Area Plan Commission have been received by
the Clerk of the City of South Bend, as attached, and
WHEREAS, the requirements of the application as described in the "Municipal Economic
Development Act of 1965 of the State of Indiana" as amended, have therefore been met
to this point, including a projection of the number of jobs created, and the estimated
payroll created and the approximation of the costs of the land and construction, and
the impact on utilities and fire and police facilities of the City of South Bend with
the approvals of the School Corporation and the Area Plan Commission have jurisdiction
of the area in which the proposed facility is to be built, and
WHEREAS, now the Hill White Truck Sales, Inc., of South Bend, seeks approximately
$515,000.00 from an issue of revenue bonds of the Economic Development Commission of
the City of South Bend to be signed by the Mayor and by its City Clerk and further
desires to enter into a lease of not more than 20 years duration to be known as a net
net net lease sufficient to pay the principal and interest of these bonds and obtain
title at the end of the lease, and
WHEREAS, by virtue of the net net net lease, the Hill White Truck Sales, Inc., of
South Bend, indicates its intention to pay all expenses of the operation, maintenance,
insurance, property taxes, whatever of the facility.
THEREFORE, be it resolved by the Common Council of the City of South Bend, Indiana,
that the resolution and findings of the Economic Development Commission pertaining to
this project be approved and incorporated in this resolution, and
THEREFORE, be it resolved by the Common Council of the City of South Bend, Indiana,
that the statement of public service on the part of the Economic Development Commission,
of the Area Plan Commission and of the South Bend School Corporation be accepted and
approved, and
THEREFORE, be it resolved that the South Bend City Common Council authorize the
Economic Development Commission of the City of South Bend, to proceed to make preliminary
agreements with the proposed lessee, Hill White Truck Sales, Inc., of South Bend, and
THEREFORE, be it resolved that the Economic Development Commission of the City of
South Bend, shall, as soon as the new lease form is properly prepared, submit the same
to the Clerk of the City of South Bend to be prepared by a member of the Common Council
as a proposed ordinance for the acceptance of same, and issuance of revenue bonds to
cover the amount of money needed.
s/ Odell Newburn
Member of South Bend Common Council
REGULAR MEETING MAY 29 1973
REGULAR MEETING - RECONVENED (CONTINUED)
A RESOLUTION SETTING FORTH THE NEED FOR ECONOMIC
DEVELOPMENT
WHEREAS:
WHEREAS:
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED:
Resolution No. 12 -73
Hill White Truck Sales has made application
for the purposes of the issuance of industrial
revenue bonds, and
The Commission finds that the granting of said
application is in the best interests of the
economic stability and general welfare of the
community,
by the Economic Development Commission of the City of
South Bend that the proposed financing for the
application of Hill White Truck Sales complies
with the purposes and provisions of the Economic
Development Act, and the Commission hereby
approves said financing as being in the best
interests of the economic welfare of the
community.
THIS RESOLUTION ADOPTED BY THE ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT
COMMISSION OF THE CIVIL CITY OF SOUTH BEND, INDIANA,
THIS 18th DAY OF MAY, 1973.
s/ Karl G. King, Jr.
President
s /Peter J. Nemeth
Vice President
s/ Walter Mucha
Secretary
REPORT OF CITY OF SOUTH BEND
ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT COMMISSION
MAKING CERTAIN ESTIMATES
Pursuant to the Municipal Economic Development Act of 1965, as amended, the City of
South Bend Economic Development Commission is required to make certain estimates in
regard to the purchase of and addition to a facility at 1011 West Sample Street in
South Bend by Hill White Truck Sales, Inc. The estimates are as follows:
(1) The number of public services or facilities, including streets,
sidewalks, schools, sewers, street lights, fire and police protec-
tion which would be made additionally necessary or desirable on
account of the proposed facility are none and the expenses therefore
are none.
(2) The total project cost of the proposed facility will be approximately
$515,000.00.
(3) The number of jobs to be created by the proposed facilities would be
approximately 12 with an estimated annual payroll increase up to
$137,000.00.
This firm has been an established business in our community. The construction of the
proposed facilities would be in conformity to the area, will provide an increase in
the tax base and would use the local construction industry in the construction of the
facility. A firm commitment to purchase the bonds has been received by the Commission.
May 8, 1973
Mr. Aaron H. Huguenard, President
Board of School Trustees
South Bend Community School Corporation
635 South Main Street
South Bend, Indiana
Dear Mr. Huguenard:
Pursuant to the Municipal Economic Development Act of 1965, as amended, I am enclosing
a copy of the report of the City of South Bend's Economic Development Commission making
certain estimates pertaining to the application of Hill White Truck Sales, Inc., of South
Bend.
I would appreciate your immediate attention and indication of your approval.
Sincerely,
s/ Karl G. King, Jr.
KGK /nt President
cc: Jerry J. Miller, Mayor, City of South Bend
Peter Nemeth, President, South Bend City Council
James A. Roemer, South Bend City Attorney
Kenneth Fedder, Counsel, Economic Development Commission
Allen P. Hill, Jr., Hill White Truck Sales, Inc.
EL =ULAIR MRPTTNr; MAY 29, 1973
REGULAR MEETING - RECONVENED (CONTINUED)
May 14, 1973
Mr. Karl King, President
Economic Development Commission
of South Bend
County -City Building
South Bend, Indiana 46601
Dear Mr. King:
The Board of School Trustees for the South Bend Community School Corporation endorses
wholeheartedly the purchase of and addition to a facility at 1011 West Sample Street in
South Bend by Hill White Truck Sales, Inc.
The School Corporation does not consider that this project would cause any major change
in school enrollments nor bring any burden upon the present school facilities.
AHH /mm
Mr. Frank Miles, President
Area Plan Commission
County -City Building
South Bend, Indiana
Dear Mr. Miles:
Sincerely,
s/ Aaron H. Huguenard, President
Board of School Trustees
May 8, 1973
Pursuant to the Municipal Economic Development Act of 1965, as amended, I am enclosing
a copy of the report of the City of South Bend's Economic Development Commission making
certain estimates pertaining to the application of Hill White Truck Sales, Inc., of South
Bend.
I would appreciate your immediate attention and indication of your approval.
Sincerely,
s/ Karl G. King, Jr.
KGK /nt President
cc: Jerry J. Miller, Mayor, City of South Bend
Peter Nemeth, President, South Bend City Council
James A. Roemer, South Bend City Attorney
Kenneth Fedder, Counsel, Economic Development Commission
Allen P. Hill, Jr., Hill White Truck Sales, Inc.
May 17, 1973
Mr. Karl G. King, Jr., President
Economic Development Commission
c/o Office Engineers
117 North Michigan Street
South Bend, Indiana 46601
In Re: Hill White Truck Sales, Inc.
1011 West Sample Street
Dear Mr. King:
The St. Joseph County Area Plan Commission has reviewed the proposal of Hill
White Truck Sales, Inc., for enlarging the existing facilities in South Bend.
The proposal is consistent with the present zoning and the Comprehensive Plan
for Community Development.
RSJ /ch
Very truly yours,
s/ Richard S. Johnson
Acting Director
A public hearing was held on the resolution at this time. Mr. Kenneth Fedder, Attorney for the
Economic Development Commission, explained that Hill White desired to purchase and add to the
facility at 1011 West Sample Street. He indicated that the total project cost of the proposed
facility would be approximately $515,000, and the number of jobs to be created by the proposed
facility would be approximately 12 with an estimated annual payroll increase up to $137,000. He
concluded by adding that Hill White Truck Sales has been an established business in the community
and the construction of the proposed facility would provide an increase in the tax base and use
the local construction industry in the construction of the facility. Councilman Szymkowiak asked
if Hill White Truck Sales was the company on Sample Street that the city had had problems with in
the past regarding the gravel parking lot. Councilman Horvath indicated that Councilman Szymkowi
was referring to the Whiteford Trucking Company and not Hill White Truck Sales.
Councilman Parent made a.motion that the resolution be adopted, seconded by Councilman Szymkowiak.
The resolution passed by a roll call vote of eight ayes (Councilmen Serge, Szymkowiak, Miller,
Parent, Taylor, Horvath, Newburn and Nemeth) with Councilman Kopczynski absent.
IIREGULAR MEETING - RECONVENED (CONTINUED)
IIRESOLUTION NO. 373 -73
A RESOLUTION OF THE COMMON COUNCIL OF THE CITY
OF SOUTH BEND, ST. JOSEPH COUNTY, INDIANA, IN THE
MATTER OF PLAS /STEEL PRODUCTS, INC., AN INDIANA
CORPORATION.
WHEREAS, Plas /Steel Products, Inc., an Indiana corporation, of Walkerton, Indiana,
has submitted its intention to the Economic Development Commission of South Bend, for the
construction and equipping of a facility in Walkerton, Indiana.
WHEREAS, the Economic Development Commission, pursuant to the statute, has found by
written resolution that there exists insufficient employment opportunities and that the
economic welfare of the City of South Bend, Indiana, would be benefited and the purpose
of the statute would be accomplished by the acquisition and leasing of the above described
property to Plas /Steel Products, Inc., an Indiana corporation, and
WHEREAS, Plas /Steel. Products, Inc., an Indiana corporation, has submitted a statement
of public service to the above Economic Development Commission of the City of South Bend,
and said Commission has forwarded this statement of public service with their approval
and comments to the South Bend School Corporation, a copy of which is attached, and
WHEREAS, the affirmative response and analysis of the South Bend School Corporation
has been received as presented to the Clerk of the City of South Bend and attached, and
WHEREAS, the statement of public service by Plas /Steel Products, Inc., an Indiana
corporation, and the Economic Development Commission of the City of South Bend have been
submitted for approval and comments to the Area Plan Commission of St. Joseph County and
the affirmative action and comments of the Area Plan Commission have been received by the
Clerk of the City of South Bend, as attached, and
WHEREAS, the requirements of the application as described in the "Municipal Economic
Development Act of 1965, of the State of Indiana" as amended, have therefore been met to
this point, including a projection of the number of jobs created, and the estimated
payroll created and the approximation of the cost of the land and construction, and the
impact on utilities and fire and police facilities of the City of South Bend with the
approvals of the School Corporation and the Area Plan Commission have jurisdiction of
the area in which the proposed facility is to be built, and
WHEREAS, now the Plas /Steel Products, Inc., an Indiana
mately $500,000 from an issue of revenue bonds of the Econa
the City of South Bend to be signed by the Mayor and by its
to enter into a lease of not more than 20 years duration to
lease sufficient to pay the principal and interest of these
end of the lease, and
corporation, seeks approxi-
nic Development Commission of
City Clerk and further desires
be known as a net net net
bonds and obtain title at the
WHEREAS, by virtue of the net net net lease, the Plas /Steel Products, Inc., an
Indiana corporation indicates its intention to pay all expenses of the operation, maintenance,
insurance, property taxes, whatever of the facility.
THEREFORE, be it resolved by the Common Council of the City of South Bend, Indiana,
that the resolution and findings of the Economic Development Commission pertaining to this
project be approved and incorporated in this resolution, and
THEREFORE, be it resolved by the Common Council of the City of South Bend, Indiana,
that the statement of public service on the part of the Economic Development Commission,
of the Area Plan Commission and of the South Bend School Corporation be accepted and
approved, and
THEREFORE, be it resolved that the South Bend City Common Council authorize the
Economic Development Commission of the City of South Bend to proceed to make preliminary
agreements with the proposed lessee, Plas /Steel Products, Inc., an Indiana corporation,
and
THEREFORE, be it resolved that the Economic Development Commission of the City of
South Bend, shall, as soon as the new lease form is properly prepared, submit the same
to the Clerk of the City of South Bend to be prepared by a member of the Common Council
as a proposed ordinance for the acceptance of same, and issuance of revenue bonds to
cover the amount of money needed.
s/ Odell Newburn
Member of South Bend Common Council
A RESOLUTION SETTING FORTH THE NEED FOR ECONOMIC
DEVELOPMENT
WHEREAS:
WHEREAS:
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED:
Resolution No. 13 -73
Plas /Steel Products, Inc., has made application
for the purposes of the issuance of industrial
revenue bonds, and
The Commission finds that the granting of said
application is in the best interests of the
economic stability and general welfare of the
community,
by the Economic Development Commission of the City of
South Bend that the proposed financing for the
application of Plas /Steel Products, Inc., com-
plies with the purposes and provisions of the
Economic Development Act, and the Commission
hereby approves said financing as being in the best
interests of the economic welfare of the community.
REGULAR MEETING MAY 29, 1973
REGULAR MEETING - RECONVENED (CONTINUED)
THIS RESOLUTION ADOPTED BY THE ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT
COMMISSION OF THE CIVIL CITY OF SOUTH BEND, INDIANA,
THIS 18th DAY OF MAY, 1973.
s/ Karl G. King, Jr.
President
s/ Peter J. Nemeth
Vice President
s/ Walter Mucha
Secretary
REPORT OF CITY OF SOUTH BEND
ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT COMMISSION
MAKING CERTAIN ESTIMATES
Pursuant to the Municipal Economic Development Act of 1965, as amended, the City of
South Bend Economic Development Commission is required to make certain estimates in
regard to the construction and equipping of a facility in Walkerton, Indiana, by
Plas /Steel Products, Inc., an Indiana corporation. The estimates are as follows:
(1) The number of public services or facilities, including streets,
sidewalks, schools, sewers, street lights, fire and police protec-
tion which would be made additionally necessary or desirable on
account of the proposed facility are none and the expenses therefore
are none.
(2) The total project cost of the proposed facility will be approximately
$500,000.00.
(3) The number of jobs to be created by the proposed facilities would be
approximately 100 with an estimated annual payroll increase of
$832,000.00.
This firm has been an established business in the county for many years. The Commission
has received written approval of the proposed method of financing from the Town of
Walkerton. A firm commitment to purchase the bonds has been received by the Commission.
May 8, 1973
Mr. Aaron H. Huguenard, President
Board of School Trustees
South Bend Community School Corporation
635 South Main Street
South Bend, Indiana
Dear Mr. Huguenard:
Pursuant to the Municipal Economic Development Act of 1965, as amended, I am enclosing
a copy of the report of the City of South Bend's Economic Development Commission making
certain estimates pertaining to the application of Plas /Steel Products, Inc.
I would appreciate your immediate attention and indication of your approval.
Sincerely,
s/ Karl G. King
KGK /nt President
cc: Jerry J. Miller, Mayor, City of South Bend
Peter Nemeth, President, South Bend City Council
James A. Roemer, South Bend City Attorney
Kenneth Fedder, Counsel, Economic Development Commission
S. M. Shobert, President, Plas /Steel Products, Inc.
May 14, 1973
Mr. Karl King, President
Economic Development Commission
of South Bend
County -City Building
South Bend, Indiana 46601
Dear Mr. King:
The Board of School Trustees for the South Bend Community School Corporation endorses
wholeheartedly the construction and equipping of a facility in Walkerton, Indiana, by
Plas /Steel Products, Inc., an Indiana corporation.
The School Corporation does not consider that this project would cause any major change
in school enrollments nor bring any burden upon the present school facilities.
Sincerely,
s/ Aaron H. Huguenard, President
AHH /mm Board of School Trustees
RRQU AR MRRTTNQ MAY 29, 1973
REGULAR MEETING - RECONVENED (CONTINUED)
May 8, 1973
Mr. Frank Miles, President
Area Plan Commission
County -City Building
South Bend, Indiana
Dear Mr. Miles:
Pursuant to the Municipal Economic Development Act of 1965, as amended, I am enclosing
a copy of the report of the City of South Bend'.s Economic Development Commission making
certain estimates pertaining to the application of Plas /Steel Products, Inc.
I would appreciate your immediate attention and indication of your approval.
Sincerely,
s/ Karl G. King
KGK /nt President
cc: Jerry J. Miller, Mayor, City of South Bend
Peter Nemeth, President, South Bend City Council
James A. Roemer, South Bend City Attorney
Kenneth Fedder, Counsel, Economic Development Commission
S. M. Shobert, President, Plas /Steel Products, Inc.
May 17, 1973
Mr. Karl G. King, Jr., President
Economic Development Commission
c/o Office Engineers
117 North Michigan Street
South Bend, Indiana 46601
In Re: Plas /Steel Products, Inc.
of Walkerton, Indiana
Dear Mr. King:
The St. Joseph County Area Plan Commission has reviewed the proposal of
Plas /Steel Products, Inc., for the construction and equipping of a facility in Walkerton,
Indiana.
The proposal is consistent with the present zoning and the Comprehensive Plan
for Community Development.
RSJ /ch
Very truly yours,
s/ Richard S. Johnson
Acting Director
A public hearing was held on the resolution at this time. Mr. Kenneth Fedder, Attorney for the
Economic Development Commission, indicated that Plas /Steel desired to construct and equip a
facility in Walkerton, Indiana, in the approximate amount of $500,000. He further indicated that
the number of jobs to be created by the proposed facility would be approximately 100 with an
estimated annual payroll increase of $832,000. He indicated that the firm has been an established
business in the county for many years and the Commission had received written approval of the pro-
posed method of financing from the Town of Walkerton. He concluded by indicating that much of the
employment force for Plas /Steel comes from South Bend, and with the issuance of the bonds, the tit
to the property would be in the name of the City of South Bend. Councilman Newburn asked about th
type of products the firm manufactured, and Mr. Warren A. Deahl, representing the firm, explained
that Plas /Steel has two divisions: the division in Walkerton manufactures fiber glass products,
including a very well utilized well screen that has been approved for use in the State of Indiana;
and the division in Texas manufactures fishing rods and sporting goods equipment. He indicated
I'that Plas /Steel hoped to expand its facilities by 30,000 square feet. Councilman Szymkowiak asked
Ihow many of the employees were from South Bend, and Mr. Elliot from Plas /Steel indicated that 10%
of the employees were from South Bend. He also mentioned that, with the additional 100 new
employees, that percentage would be greater. He indicated that 114 persons presently are employed
at Walkerton and that the 10% of those persons employed from South Bend were mainly in the execu-
tive group; however, he indicated that the additional employees would be from the lower echelon.
Councilman Miller made a motion that the resolution be adopted, seconded by Councilman Parent. Th
resolution passed by a roll call vote of eight ayes (Councilmen Serge, Szymkowiak, Miller, Parent,
Taylor, Horvath, Newburn and Nemeth) with Councilman Kopczynski absent.
ORDINANCES, FIRST READING
ORDINANCE AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING THE EXECUTION OF A
LEASE, TRUST INDENTURE, ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT
REVENUE BONDS AND THE FORMS AND TERMS OF THE
LEASE AND TRUST INDENTURE AND BONDS AND THE
ISSUANCE OF ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT REVENUE BONDS
PERTAINING TO INTERNATIONAL BAKERS SERVICES,
INC.
This ordinance had first reading. Councilman Taylor made a motion that the ordinance be set for
public hearing and second reading on June 11, 1973, at 7:00 p.m., seconded by Councilman Miller.
The motion carried.
ORDINANCE AN ORDINANCE ANNEXING TO AND BRINGING WITHIN
THE CITY LIMITS OF SOUTH BEND, INDIANA, CERTAIN
LAND (NORTHWEST CORNER IRELAND - IRONWOOD INTERSECTION).
This ordinance had first reading. Councilman Horvath made a motion that the ordinance be set for
Public hearing and second reading on June 11, 1973, at 7:00 p.m., seconded by Councilman Taylor.
The motion carried.
REGULAR MEETING - RECONVENED (CONTINUED)
ORDINANCE AN ORDINANCE AMENDING AND SUPPLEMENTING ORDINANCE
NO. 4990 -68, CHAPTER 40, OF THE MUNICIPAL CODE OF
THE CITY OF SOUTH BEND, INDIANA, FORMERLY REFERRED
TO AS ZONING ORDINANCE NO. 3702, AS AMENDED (NORTH-
WEST CORNER OF IRELAND ROAD- IRONWOOD DRIVE INTER-
SECTION) .
This ordinance had first reading. Councilman Taylor made a motion that the ordinance be referred
to the Area Plan Commission, seconded by Councilman Parent. The motion carried.
ORDINANCE AN ORDINANCE TO AMEND SECTION 15 -16 OF THE
MUNICIPAL CODE OF THE CITY OF SOUTH BEND,
INDIANA, AS AMENDED.
This ordinance had first reading. Councilman Parent made a motion that the ordinance be set for
public hearing and second reading on June 11, 1973, at 7:00 p.m., seconded by Councilman Szymkowi
The motion carried.
ORDINANCE AN ORDINANCE TRANSFERRING THE SUM OF $4,000.00
FROM ACCOUNT NO. U -12, "SERVICES PERSONAL -
WAGES ", AND $8,000.00 FROM ACCOUNT NO. U -13,
"SERVICES PERSONAL - EXTRA AND OVERTIME ", TO
ACCOUNT NO. U -252, "SERVICES CONTRACTUAL ", ALL
ACCOUNTS BEING WITHIN THE MUNICIPAL SERVICES
FACILITY BUDGET, CITY OF SOUTH BEND, INDIANA.
This ordinance had first reading. Councilman Newburn made a motion that the ordinance be set for
public hearing and second reading on June 11, 1973, at 7:00 p.m., seconded by Councilman Horvath.
The motion carried.
ORDINANCE AN ORDINANCE APPROVING A CONTRACT BETWEEN THE
BUREAU OF WATER OF THE CITY OF SOUTH BEND,
INDIANA, AND CLOW CORPORATION, SOUTH BEND,
INDIANA, FOR THE PURCHASE OF: I. CAST IRON
OR DUCTILE PIPE AND FITTINGS; II. MECHANICAL
JOINT GATE VALVES FOR A PERIOD FROM JUNE 1,
1973, TO MAY 31, 1975, IN THE TOTAL AMOUNT
OF $166,069.42.
This ordinance had first reading. Councilman Horvath made a motion that the ordinance be set for
public hearing and second reading on June 11, 1973, at 7:00 p.m., seconded by Councilman Parent.
The motion carried.
ORDINANCE AN ORDINANCE FOR ADDITIONAL APPROPRIATION IN
THE GENERAL PARK FUND FOR $133,860.00.
This ordinance had first reading. Councilman Parent made a motion that the ordinance be set for
public hearing and second reading on June 11, 1973, at 7:00 p.m., seconded by Councilman Taylor.
The motion carried.
PRIVILEGE OF THE FLOOR
Mrs. Fanny Grunwald, 227 South Frances Street, indicated that, at the May 14, 1973 meeting of the
Council, she had talked about the curbs in the downtown area and the fact that they were not being
made accessible to the physically handicapped. She indicated that she had received a letter from
Mr. Charles Lennon, Executive Director of the Department of Redevelopment, regarding her question.
She indicated that she had observed the ramps and they were very narrow. She felt this was a very
poor job and that the planning was not properly done. She felt it was an important matter and
should be taken care of. Council President Nemeth asked Mrs. Grunwald if she was able to attend
the Redevelopment meetings which are held on Friday mornings because he was sure if she attended
those meetings, she would get definite answers to her question. Mrs. Grunwald indicated that she
could possibly attend the meetings; however, she felt the Council should be able to help because
the new law had been approved by the Council regarding the physically handicapped. She mentioned
the break between the curb and the street, and Council President Nemeth indicated that the street
pavement has not yet been laid. Mr. William J. Richardson, Director of the Department of Public
Works, briefly explained the procedure. Mrs. Grunwald felt the ramps should be improved in order
to bring the business downtown.
Mrs. Lee Swan, 2022 Swygart, indicated that she wanted to speak about Councilman Kopczynski's
defense of motorcyclists at the May 14, 1973, Council meeting. She presented copies of letters
to the Clerk and Council President pertaining to problems the people are having in a certain area
because of the motorcyclists. She indicated that she had been told that nothing could be done
about the situation in the Walker Field area, and she mentioned that it was a very serious situa-
tion because there had been a hurt child involved. She mentioned that many of the riders are not
of age and, therefore, the bikes are not licensed and no insurance is available. Councilman Taylo:
suggested that Mrs. Swan's comments be directed to the Council Committee on Public Works to inves-
tigate more thoroughly. It was mentioned that, since the matter dealt with safety, it should
perhaps be referred to the Council Committee on Public Safety. Councilman Taylor so moved, second(
by Councilman Miller. The motion carried.
Mrs. Fanny Grunwald interjected that she hoped the same lax job that was being done regarding the
ramps for the handicapped was not being done on the new buildings that were being constructed.
Councilman Parent indicated that anything that is built with federal funds must be accessible to
the handicapped. Mrs. Grunwald suggested that the Council members take a walk through the downto
area to view the narrow ramps being installed.
UNFINISHED BUSINESS
Councilman Taylor made a motion to strike from the June 11th agenda the revenue sharing ordinance
in the amount of $5,000 for the Department of Law, seconded by Councilman Parent. The motion
carried. Council President Nemeth announced that the public hearing was no longer necessary in
view of the fact that the State Board of Tax Commissioners had approved the ordinance.
REGULAR MEETING - RECONVENED (CONTINUED)
Councilman Horvath indicated that he, too, had received a number of complaints regarding motor-
cyclists. He thought perhaps the Council should send a letter to the Board of Public Safety
regarding the matter. He indicated that some children have already been hurt. Mrs. Lee Swan
again indicated that this was a serious problem because the children are under age, the bikes
cannot be licensed and no insurance is available. She felt it was a constant irritation to the
citizens and she hoped action would be taken. Councilman Horvath made a motion that a letter be
directed to the Board of Public Safety, seconded by Councilman Miller. The motion carried.
Councilman Szymkowiak asked Mrs. Swan if the children wear safety helmets, and Mrs. Swan indicated
that the children protect themselves; it was everyone else she was concerned about.
Councilman Parent made a motion that the next regular meeting of the Common Council be held on
June 11, 1973, at 7:00 p.m., rather than 8:00 p.m., seconded by Councilman Taylor. The motion
carried.
There being no further business to come before the Council, unfinished or new, Councilman Newburn
made a motion that the meeting be adjourned, seconded by Councilman Taylor. The motion carried
and the meeting adjourned at 9:40 p.m.
ATTEST:
CITY CLERK
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